interdisciplinary

adjective

in·​ter·​dis·​ci·​plin·​ary ˌin-tər-ˈdi-sə-plə-ˌner-ē How to pronounce interdisciplinary (audio)
: involving two or more academic, scientific, or artistic disciplines

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The researchers say the project highlights how interdisciplinary collaboration can unlock new value from industrial waste. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026 The restructuring gutted the academic affairs branch of the provost’s office and eliminated the positions of three of eight office leaders, including the head of interdisciplinary studies. Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026 Hacin brings architectural and interior design prowess together in one interdisciplinary firm, whose architects collaborate on homes, hotels, multifamily developments, offices, and restaurants. Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2026 All training sessions were open to non-attorneys and interdisciplinary team members who support clients, including peer mentors, social workers and other contractors. Raynee Howell, Oklahoma Watch, 9 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for interdisciplinary

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1926, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of interdisciplinary was in 1926

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“Interdisciplinary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interdisciplinary. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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